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The Overlook Ridge Trail takes you above the Fort Bowie ruins before returning to the main trail.


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Map Key

1.2

Miles

2.0

KM

84%

Runnable

5,129' 1,563 m

High

4,738' 1,444 m

Low

133' 40 m

Up

391' 119 m

Down

8%

Avg Grade (5°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

Dogs Unknown

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Description

Just like it sounds, this trail goes up to a ridge overlooking the fort and then reconnects to the original trail you came in on. There is very little if any shade along the ridge. While not a long distance, the run up and down the ridge is on loose unstable rocks.

After visiting the ruins of Fort Bowie, you can return on the trail you came in on. Another option is the to take the Fort Bowie National Historic Site Trail.

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Shared By:

Chris McD

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Trail Rankings

#236

in Arizona

#8,331

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On the Overlook Ridge Trail with Government Mountain in the distance.
Feb 1, 2023 near Willcox, AZ
Government Mountain from the Overlook Ridge Trail.
Feb 1, 2023 near Willcox, AZ
Remains of the second Fort Bowie from the Overlook Ridge Trail.
Feb 1, 2023 near Willcox, AZ

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